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Xuan You (XY) Lim
Currently looking for software engineering internships in 2021 & full time opportunities in 2022. Particularly experienced in data wrangling/ETL process with Python and data visualization with D3.js.
Education
B.S., Computer Engineering + B.A., Journalism
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
PRESENT - SEP 2017
- Expected Graduation: December 2021
Level 3 Cadet
42 School Silicon Valley
Fremont, CA
SEP 2018 - JUL 2018
- Passed beginner-level exam in C and learned Linux system and network admin tools.
- Recreated from scratch a library of standard C functions e.g. atoi, strcpy, strcat etc.
- Implemented memory leak-free function that reads lines from multiple file descriptors with Valgrind usage.
Selected Projects
Hate In America - Data Visualization Project
CSE 442: Data Visualization
University of Washington
DEC 2020 - SEP 2020
- https://cse442-20f.github.io/FP-Hate-in-America/ - Data visualization story illustrating the trends of hate crimes & shortcomings of the data, awarded best use of Scrollytelling.
- Wrangled data using Pandas library with Python and implemented force-directed bubble chart with Scrollytelling and choropleth map with D3.js.
- Led a team of five on the narrative direction and data visualization techniques.
Artbuddy - Collaborative Editor
Dubhacks Hackathon 2020: Team Project
Seattle, WA
OCT 2020 - OCT 2020
- Developed a collaborative text editor during a 24-hour hackathon using Convergence API with Javascript and Vue.js.
- Learned and integrated Convergence API for backend data synchronization.
- Integrated frontend Vue.js code with backend Javascript for deployment.
FCC Internet Complaints Map
COM 461: Data Reporting
University of Washington
JUN 2020 - MAR 2020
- A complete solution to gather data from API and produce data visualization to present trend and location of FCC internet complaints.
- Developed Python script to query FCC’s API and translate coordinates to county.
- Implemented animated bubble map using D3.js showing origins of complaints by month.
Maze Generator & Solver
CSE 373: Data Structures & Algorithms
University of Washington
JUN 2019 - MAR 2019
- Developed maze generator with Kruskal’s algorithm and data structures such as hash dictionary, disjoint set, graph and more in Java.
- Developed maze solver using Dijkstra’s algorithm to find the shortest path.
- Practiced pair programming for multiple programming assignments.
Indexer, Query Processor & Search
CSE 333: Systems Programming
University of Washington
MAR 2019 - JAN 2019
- Implemented a multithreaded web server to process query using C++.
- Developed a file parser to index text files based on words to allow search using C.
Engineering Design
ENGR 105: Introduction to Engineering Design
University of Washington
MAR 2018 - JAN 2018
- Designed circuit and soldered electrical components for a dual-motor robot.
- Programmed Arduino to coordinate movement and control of motors and servo with signals from ultrasonic and infrared sensors.
Selected Experiences
Campus Tour Guide
Office of Admissions
University of Washington
PRESENT - MAY 2018
- Leading 75 minutes group tours with up to 50 prospective students and parents weekly.
- Responsible for welcoming guests, representing the university in a positive manner, presenting student life on campus, and answering questions about the university.
Staff Writer
The Daily at the University of Washington
University of Washington
PRESENT - SEP 2017
- Writing short to medium length articles published in Science and News sections.
- Pioneered a column covering student entrepreneurs and their stories (StartDubs).
Context Team Lead
DRG - Journalism in Mis/Disinformation Beat
University of Washington
DEC 2020 - SEP 2020
- Directed Research Group led by Melinda McClure Haughey, guided by Prof. Kate Starbird.
- Ran SQL queries to extract tweets from PostgreSQL database for data analysis.
- Collaborated with journalists to fulfill requests of social media data analysis, directed team meetings, and wrote paper analyzing journalism coverage of QAnon conspiracy.
Resident Advisor
Housing and Food Services
University of Washington
DEC 2020 - SEP 2018
- Engaged and supported 60 - 70 residents to develop an inclusive and cohesive community within apartment-style residential living.
- Responded to crisis situations which included reaching out to resources and working collaboratively with supervisors to follow up and documenting.
Editorial Intern
Premier Media Group
Greater Seattle Area, WA
SEP 2019 - JUN 2019
- Produced and wrote medium length profile stories biweekly covering businesses on the Eastside which are published in 425 Business magazine.
- Wrote short web stories weekly which are published online.
- Involved in research, interview, writing, editing, and fact-checking processes.
Avionics Team Member
Society of Advanced Rocket Propulsion (SARP)
University of Washington
JAN 2019 - SEP 2017
- Drafted Preliminary Design Report (PDR) for Ground Control module including specification and budget plan.
- Assisted in design and development of ground control module.
- Involved in networks and communication team.
Student Dining Staff
Housing and Food Services
University of Washington
MAR 2018 - OCT 2017
- Responsible for serving espresso beverages, packaged and prepared food.
- Managed espresso stand and operated cash register.
IT Intern
Justlogin Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
MAY 2017 - JAN 2017
- Automated onboarding process by developing Excel template with Macros.
- Created and tested test cases for bugs/new features on the Quality Assurance team.
- Responsible for onboarding new customers through preparing Excel files, communication with customers and providing customer support over Zendesk.